Night snorkeling Flamingo Beach Las Palmas

Rays and octopuses come close when the beach empties at night.

Night snorkeling at Flamingo Beach in Las Palmas is a 90-minute activity where you enter the water at dusk with an expert guide to observe nocturnal marine life in a protected, flat bay. The guide explains the species you'll encounter and how to interact safely with them; 45 minutes happen in the water itself. You receive photos and videos from the session, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or French.

The Experience

Flamingo Beach in Playa Blanca stays calm and protected, which is what makes night snorkeling here possible without the usual hazards of open-water diving. You meet at your hotel at sunset—the exact time shifts by month—and travel to the beach to gear up. The guide briefs you on the marine species you're about to see and how to stay clear of them, then you enter the water for 45 minutes while the light fades. The bay fills with rays, octopuses, barracudas and sea snails that stay closer to shore once swimmers leave.

What sets this apart is the absence of daytime bathers. Marine creatures behave differently when the water is theirs alone, and they approach the shallows in ways they won't during peak hours. The flat sea and protected bay mean you're not fighting current or swell; the guide stays with you the whole time. A camera operator captures photos and video during the session, which you receive afterward.

The full experience runs 90 minutes from hotel to beach and back. Public transport options exist nearby if you prefer not to arrange a pickup. Minimum age is 16, and the activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for anyone with cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Expert guide in your choice of English, Spanish, Italian or French.
• snorkeling equipment.
• photos and videos taken during the session.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by SupToursLanzarote

Is this one for you?Choose this for nighttime snorkeling in a protected, flat bay where the absence of daytime crowds lets rays and octopuses approach close to shore—conditions that rarely occur together on night water excursions.

Top questions

What marine life will I actually see on the night snorkeling at Flamingo Beach?

Rays, octopuses, barracudas and sea snails are common during night sessions at Flamingo Beach. The absence of daytime swimmers means these creatures move into shallower water and approach closer to the coast than they do during the day.

How long do I spend actually in the water snorkeling?

You spend 45 minutes in the water. The full 90-minute session includes travel from your hotel, gearing up, the guide's briefing on marine species, and the return journey.

Will I get photos or video from the night snorkeling?

Yes, photos and videos are taken during the excursion and given to you afterward as part of the activity.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide is available in English, Spanish, Italian or French.

Is night snorkeling at Flamingo Beach safe for someone who's never snorkeled before?

The guide explains how to relate to the marine species and stays with you throughout the 45 minutes in the water. The bay is flat and protected, which removes the hazards of open-water snorkeling. The activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

What time does the night snorkeling start?

You meet at your hotel at sunset; the exact time varies by month of the year. The operator will confirm the specific departure time when you book.